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Panthers sign free agent WR Cotchery from Steelers

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

FILE - In this Jan. 12, 2014, file photo, Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton warms up before a divisional playoff NFL football game against the San Francisco 49ers in Charlotte, N.C. The Panthers have announced that Newton will undergo surgery Wednesday, March 19, on his left ankle and will be sidelined for four months. (AP Photo/John Bazemore, File)

Panthers QB Newton to have surgery, out 4 months

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

Carolina Panthers quarterback Cam Newton (1) of Team Sanders celebrates his touchdown in the second quarter quarter of the NFL Pro Bowl football game, Sunday, Jan. 26, 2014, in Honolulu. (AP Photo/Eugene Tanner)

Cam Newton to have ankle surgery, miss 4 months

By Steve Reed - Associated Press

Packers pick up Peppers to perk up pass pressure

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FILE - In this Oct. 13, 2013 file photo, Carolina Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith crosses his arms after a touchdown catch against the Minnesota Vikings during the first half of an NFL football game in Minneapolis. The agent for Smith says the five-time Pro Bowl selection has played his final snap for the Panthers. Smith's longtime representative Derrick Fox told The Associated Press on Wednesday, March 12, 2014, that Smith "is not going to play for the Panthers next year, I know that. I just don't know when that transaction is going to take place." (AP Photo/Ann Heisenfelt, File)

Steve Smith released by Panthers after 13 seasons

By Steve Reed - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 22, 2013, file photo, Carolina Panthers' Steve Smith, left, catches a pass as New Orleans Saints' Keenan Lewis, right, defends in the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C. The Panthers released their all-time leading receiver on Thursday, March 13, 2014, after 13 seasons. (AP Photo/Chuck Burton, File)

Panthers release 34-year-old WR Smith

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

FILE - In this Oct. 13, 2013 file photo, Carolina Panthers wide receiver Steve Smith crosses his arms after a touchdown catch against the Minnesota Vikings during the first half of an NFL football game in Minneapolis. The agent for Smith says the five-time Pro Bowl selection has played his final snap for the Panthers. Smith's longtime representative Derrick Fox told The Associated Press on Wednesday, March 12, 2014, that Smith &quot;is not going to play for the Panthers next year, I know that. I just don't know when that transaction is going to take place.&quot; (AP Photo/Ann Heisenfelt, File)

Agent: Panthers WR Smith done in Carolina

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

AP Source: Panthers Hardy signs franchise tender

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

FILE - In this Dec. 15, 2013 file photo, Carolina Panthers' Graham Gano (9) kicks a field goal against the New York Jets during the first half of an NFL football game in Charlotte, N.C. Holding the ball is punter Brad Nortman. Gano is the first of Carolina's 20 soon-to-be unrestricted free agents to re-sign with the Panthers. Carolina announced Friday, Feb. 28, 2014, that Gano agreed to a four-year contract. (AP Photo/Bob Leverone)

Panthers use tag to keep DE Hardy; re-sign K Gano

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

during the second half of a divisional playoff NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, in Charlotte, N.C. The San Francisco 49ers won 23-10. (AP Photo/John Bazemore)

Panthers turning attention to bright future

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) runs against the Carolina Panthers during the second half of a divisional playoff NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)

Crabtree’s presence huge in 49ers’ 23-10 win

By STEVE REED - Associated Press

San Francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick (7) carries the ball against the Carolina Panthers during the second half of a divisional playoff NFL football game, Sunday, Jan. 12, 2014, in Charlotte, N.C. (AP Photo/Gerry Broome)

NFL playoffs: Colin Kaepernick, 49ers headed to third straight NFC title game

By Steve Reed - Associated Press